With Wimbledon just around the corner, there will be plenty of talk about tennis in the coming days. The biggest tennis club in Donegal is in Letterkenny, Its Head Coach is Gerry Clarke. He spoke on Saturday Sport and outlined how the club has grown, and how the game is developing… Letterkenny Tennis Club is […]
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CLG An Tearmainn is proud to present the official launch of the Club 300 draw at the Lagoon Lounge in Termon this evening 7.30 -8.30pm The new monthly draw is to aid the proposed club facility and will be available for all club & non members to review on the night. Club Chairman Brian Trearty
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Raphoe siblings Sam and Chloe Magee will bring home Bronze medals from the European Games in Minsk after they were beaten by Great Britain in their semi-final today. The Donegal duo lost 21-8, 21-18 to European Games gold medallists Chris and Gabrielle Adcock of England. Sam and Chloe had beaten Robin Tabeling and Selena Piek of
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The Donegal Ladies will look to win their third Ulster title in a row tomorrow as they take on Armagh in Clones in what is a repeat of last year’s final. Niamh Carr knows that they face a tough test tomorrow as they have throughout the Championship as she says that Armagh will be a
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The Donegal Ladies go to Clones tomorrow in the hunt for their third Ulster Ladies Senior Football Championship title in a row. They take on Armagh in a repeat of last year’s final, which Donegal won quite comfortably. Maxi Curran’s side made their way to the final by beating Tyrone and then needing extra-time to
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The Derry U20s overcame a 10 point deficit in the second half to beat Armagh and book their place in the Ulster Semi-Final next weekend where they’ll face Armagh. 5-11 v 2-13 was the final score in a game that saw the sides go in at the break with Armagh leading 0-08 v 0-05. Early
Second Half comeback sees Derry U20s book Ulster Semi-Final spot Read More »
Tyrone must yet again face the Qualifiers in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Last year they reached the All-Ireland Final after entering the qualifiers at the second round. Kildare saw off Mayo at this stage of the competition in 2018 at St. Conleth’s Park, so it will have good memories for the Lilywhites. Former Tyrone
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Derry City were 4-1 winners over Cork City away at Turner’s Cross on Friday night in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. David Parkhouse opened the scoring for the Candystripes before a Junior Ogedi-Uzokwe hat-trick sealed the win. After the match, a delighted Declan Devine gave his thoughts to Kevin McLaughlin…
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Finn Harps have moved off the bottom of the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division table following Friday night’s 2-0 win over Sligo Rovers. Nathan Boyle scored both goals for Harps at Finn Park as they move three points ahead of UCD but the students have three games in hand. After the match, Frank Craig spoke
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Detectives in Derry are appealing for witnesses following an incident in Lislane Drive in the city during the early hours of this morning. It was report around 4:10am that a vehicle parked close to a property had been set on fire. Extensive damage was caused to the vehicle while damage was also caused to guttering
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Irish farmers are furious over a new free-trade deal with South America. The Mercosur agreement paves the way for imports of cheaper beef from south America across the EU. IFA President Joe Healy says it’s bad news for Ireland, for consumers and for the environment:
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Members of the Strategic Growth Partnership for Derry City and Strabane District have heard how the local economy is beginning to show signs of positive growth, despite the uncertainties presented by wider issues such as Brexit and the absence of a N. Ireland Assembly. The findings were part of a wider report brought to a
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The Government is being urged to reduce the cost of public transport as part of their climate action plan. While there are major decarbonisation targets to be met by 2030, it’s understood that there are no current plans to cut the fares for bus and rail services going forward. Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín says public
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The Tyrone U20s kick off their 2019 Ulster U20 Football Championship this Sunday at Healy Park in Omagh, where they will take on 2018 semi-finalists Down. Tyrone are going into the game off the back of a very successful Philly McGuinness Cup campaign where they won the Cup – but manager Paul Devlin insists that
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Sligo Rovers lost Friday nights north west derby 2-0 to Finn Harps, handing the Bit o’Red their eighth defeat of the season. They trail 5th place St Pat by eight points and have just two points on Cork City below them. Sligo boss Liam Buckley said Sligo didn’t turn up at Finn Park…
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Finn Harps have moved off the bottom of the Premier Division table thanks to Friday’s 2-0 win over Sligo Rovers at Finn Park. A Nathan Boyle double and a UCD lose to St Pats means Harps move three points clear of the students but they have played three games more. Harps boss Ollie Horgan told
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Donegal fell at the first hurdle in this years Ulster U20 Football Championship. They lost to Fermanagh 0-14 v 0-12 at Brewster Park in Enniskillen. Donegal were chasing the home side for much of the game and went level in the closing stages. Paddy Dolan was sent off for two yellows in injury time as
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Finn Harps 2 Sligo Rovers 0 Finn Harps ended a run of five straight defeats with a victory at Finn Park over north west- rivals Sligo Rovers to move above UCD at the foot of the table. Goals from Nathan Boyle in each half earned Ollie Horgan’s side the points. Harps deservedly took the lead
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The Taoiseach’s held discussions about Rockall with the Scottish First Minister. Leo Varadkar says they’ve agreed to an intensive process involving ministers to try and come to a solution. They are due to report back in July on their discussions. Nicola Sturgeon says discussions that have already taken place between officials in the last two
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A 37 year old man arrested yesterday in Derry under the Terrorism Act has been released pending a report to the PPS for the offences of placing article to cause a bomb hoax, possession of articles for use in terrorism and membership of a proscribed organisation. The man was rearrested under PACE legislation on suspicion
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries Friday June 28th:
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It took Nottingham Forest 17-minutes after Martin O’Neill’s departure to confirm his replacement as manager. The former Republic of Ireland boss (67) leaves the Championship side after just five-months in charge. Former Rennes manager Sabri Lamouchi is the new man in charge at the City Ground. O’Neill’s departure came five-days after Roy Keane left as
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A new €2.7 million TrailGazers project has been launched in Donegal. The project being led by Donegal County Council will see the county benefit from around €600,000 and will look at new and innovative ways walks and recreational trails can better link with the surrounding local and rural communities to enhance economic and social development. Funded
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Major water network upgrade works are due to commence next week in East Donegal. Irish Water is carrying out essential upgrade works to the network in Ballybofey, Crossroads and Killygordon to improve water supply and protect the local environment The works may result in interruptions to water supply on Tuesday July 2 in Ballybofey, Killygordon,
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A 52 year old man arrested yesterday in Derry has been released unconditionally. Detectives from PSNI’s Serious Crime Branch made the arrest under the Terrorism Act as part of an ongoing investigation into violent dissident republican activity.
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A 3-day strike by 10, 000 health workers next week has been called off. It follows a preliminary hearing at the Labour Court between union and government officials as part of an ongoing pay dispute. More talks have been scheduled for Wednesday when a full hearing will get underway. Here’s SIPTU’s Paul Bell:
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A decision to provide a five day per week respite service at Sea View House in Mountcharles has been described as ‘penny pinching’. The move comes following a recently completed procurement process which saw the contract for the service awarded to the Rehab Care Group. It’s understood that despite the HSE having received tenders from
5 day week respite service at Seaview, ‘penny pinching’ – Doherty Read More »
The 2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open will live long in the memory of TV viewers all over the world and will be cherished forever by the people of Donegal who delivered a spectacular sporting and cultural showcase that has put the county and region firmly on the world stage. The stunning aerial images broadcast
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Ireland now have a seventh medal at the European Games in Minsk. Donegal duo Chloe and Sam Magee defeated their Dutch opponents in the Mixed Doubles Badminton quarter final to guarantee at least a bronze. They beat Selina Piek and Robin Tabeling 21-19 21-17 to secure a medal equaling their achievement of four years ago
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Derry City return to action tonight when they make the 900 mile round trip to Turners Cross to play Cork City. Darren Cole is struggling to be fit while Michael McCrudden and Patrick McClean remain out. Derry don’t have a great record in recent times in Cork and that’s something Barry McNamee is looking to
Barry McNamee looking to change Derry’s record in Cork Read More »
A total of 279 HSE staff members have been assaulted in Irish hospitals so far this year. The majority of attacks occurred in the hospitals in the North West Hospital Group, which includes Letterkenny and Sligo University Hospitals. The figures show the majority of attacks were made against nurses and midwives. Legislation which would
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A warning has been issued over a high risk of gorse fire as the dry spell continues. Donegal County Council is urging landowners and members of the public to exercise caution and to take all necessary measures to prevent the occurrence of wildfires involving material such as gorse and heather. The dry weather combined with
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The National Cycling Championships, hosted by the Foyle Cycling Club started on Thursday with the Time Trial on the Letterkenny to Derry road. Ryan Mullen retained his elite TT title with a blistering sprint in warm conditions. He claimed gold and a 4th elite national title finishing ahead of Eddie Dunbar from Team Ineos. Bronze
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Detectives are appealing for witnesses following the report of the attempted hijacking of a vehicle in the Westland Street area of Derry yesterday afternoon. Detective Constable Adam Beckett said: “It was reported to police that at approximately 1.30 pm, the driver of a Renault Trafic van was approached by three masked men who demanded
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People are being encouraged to participate in a consultation over plans to chance the visitor experience at Ards Forest Park. Plans for the park include improvements to the orientation as well as the development of a cycle trail and enhanced play areas. A public consultation is getting underway in Ards Forest car park tomorrow
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The MICA Action Group say they are fed up waiting and frustrated at yet further delays to the roll out of the Mica redress scheme in Donegal. The scheme was approved by Cabinet last month with the condition that 90% of repair costs would be covered by Government and the worst affected homes are
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The post office in Kilcar is due to close this weekend, unless there is a last minute intervention by An Post. A Dail debate this week saw the government say this was a matter solely for An Post, with no reason for Communications Minister Richard Bruton to become involved. However, that’s been rejected by
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All sides involved in the health-workers’ dispute will go to the Labour Court this morning. The HSE and Siptu failed to reach an agreement yesterday in talks with the Workplace Relations Commission. 10-thousand health support staff are involved in a row over pay. A preliminary hearing will take place in the Labour Court this morning
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A man is being questioned following the seizure of a large quantity of cannabis herb and resin by the district drugs unit in Donegal Town. A premises was searched locally in the town and two kilos of cannabis herb ,4 bars of cannabis resin, cannabis resin in deals, a weighing scale, bags and a
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Full Time Result Fermanagh 0-14 Donegal 0-12 Listen below to full commentary from the Ulster U20 Championship clash between Fermanagh and Donegal LIVE from Brewster Park, Enniskillen. Highland’s coverage is in association with Orbit Security. Have piece of mind with a burglar alarm from Orbit Security Port Road Letterkenny. Tel 07491 28989 Throw
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21 Donegal building contractors have qualified for the Construction Industry Register of Ireland competence in construction quality mark. The CIRI mark has been granted to 850 companies across the country after they met standards which have been approved by government. CIRI Spokesperson Lorraine Hosty says the mark is a guarantee of quality:
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Two men have been arrested in Derry today under the Terrorism Act. A 37 year old and a 52 year old man are currently being questioned at Musgrave Serious Crime Suite as part of investigations into violent dissident republican activity. Detectives from PSNI’s Terrorism Investigation Unit conducted a search of a property in the Creggan area
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Thursday June 27th:
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Thursday June 27th Read More »
The funeral of the late Councillor and rally champion Manus Kelly is underway at St Columba’s Church Glenswilly. Large crowds have gathered to say their goodbyes to the 41-year-old who lost his life while participating in the Donegal International Rally at the weekend. Alongside family members and friends gathered are Fianna Fail leader Micheal
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42 schools in Donegal are to benefit from almost €400,000 in funding announced today under the Gaeltacht Schools Language Assistants Scheme. Its part of a national three year funding package of €3.6 million. The funding will enable Gaeltacht schools participating in the Gaeltacht education policy to have language assistants for an extra 6 weeks during
Donegal Gaeltacht Schools Language Assistants Scheme receives €400,000 Read More »
The Dail has been told that the closure of Kilcar Post Office at the end of this week is unnecessary, and contrary to the agreement announced last year by An Post and the IPU. A Topical Issues motion was taken by Deputies Pat The Cope Gallagher and Pearse Doherty heard that the community in Kilcar
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Donegal businessman Jim Ferry has been jailed for nine weeks by the High Court. Mr Ferry was imprisoned for contempt on what’s believed to have been the 14th time the matter of his illegal dumping at Rossbracken was before Mr Justice Max Barrett. Mr Ferry has failed to adhere to orders, granted to Donegal County
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As thousands of people gather in Glenswilly to say their final farewells to Manus ‘Mandy’ Kelly, Highland Radio’s Head of Sport and friend Oisin Kelly has been reflecting on those ‘magic memories’. The Rally Champion and Councillor is being hailed this week as a leading light who loved his family and the sport. A
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There were 22 people awaiting in-patient beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, two down on yesterday’s figure. Four of those waiting were on Emergency Department trolleys. According to the INMO, there were 321 admitted patients awaiting beds this morning, the highest number, 58, at University Hospital Limerick.
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Gardai have released details of the traffic management plans for the funeral of the late Manus ‘Mandy’ Kelly. Mr Kelly’ funeral takes place tomorrow (Thursday) at 12 midday in St Columba’s Church, Glenswilly. Traffic Management plan as follows: From 11.30 a.m. tomorrow morning, (Thursday) all non-funeral traffic travelling out the R250, Glenties road other
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